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SPS provides Career and Technical Education update
As 2024 begins, Suffolk Public Schools provided its Careers and Technical Education Report during its Thursday, Dec. 14 School Board work session. During the meeting, Suffolk Public School CTE Director Andre Skinner provided updates to the School Board while detailing the functions of the CTE Advisory Council, data from recent school years and more. “Part […] The post SPS provides Career and Technical Education update appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Suffolk Foundation announces over $140,000 in grants to nonprofits
The Suffolk Foundation recently announced a list of nonprofit organizations within the Suffolk and Western Tidewater areas that were selected for the 2023 Community Impact Grants Program on Wednesday, Dec. 20. With a total of $148,750 awarded to 35 selected recipients to support their work in education, social services, arts, health, and the environment, each […] The post Suffolk Foundation announces over $140,000 in grants to nonprofits appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Planning Commission approves CUP for ready-mix concrete plant
The Suffolk Planning Commission voted 6 to 1 to advance the request for a Conditional Use Permit for a ready-mix concrete plant to the city council. During its Tuesday, Dec. 19 Planning Commission meeting, Commissioners heard a request submitted by Stephen Render of TCS Materials, LLC on behalf of Vulcan Lands Inc. to establish the […] The post Planning Commission approves CUP for ready-mix concrete plant appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Riddick’s Folly adds new artifact to museum collection
Riddick’s Folly House Museum is celebrating a new addition to its historical collection. Riddick’s Folly Director and Curator Edward L. King has added a new replica cannon outside the museum’s doors. Since its November arrival, it has been noted as an attraction for Suffolk residents. Celebrating with King was Riddick’s Folly Board President Fred D. […] The post Riddick’s Folly adds new artifact to museum collection appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Reckless driving results in police pursuit on Route 58
At approximately 4:09 pm, Suffolk Police dispatch received a call from a citizen reporting a reckless driver that had nearly collided with their vehicle travelling west bound entering Suffolk on Route 58 from Chesapeake. Suffolk Police Officers got behind the suspect driver on Route 58 west bound near Route 460 and observed the vehicle driving […] The post Reckless driving results in police pursuit on Route 58 appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
One dead in Pine Street shooting, victim identified
UPDATED: Jan. 3, 2024 – The Suffolk Police have identified the deceased as Sherman Lee Perry, age 63, of Suffolk. Suffolk Police are investigating a shooting death that occurred Monday, Jan. 1, 2024, at approximately 9:15 p.m. In a press release, the Suffolk 911 Center received a call for a person suffering from a gunshot wound […] The post One dead in Pine Street shooting, victim identified appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
A winning lottery ticket was sold in Suffolk
The winning numbers have been drawn in Virginia’s New Year’s Millionaire Raffle. The question now is: Who has those five $1 million winning tickets? None of the $1 million tickets were sold in Suffolk however a $100,000 ticket was sold at Food Lion on Holland Road. The $1 million winners are: Ticket #007094 (bought at […] The post A winning lottery ticket was sold in Suffolk appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Salvation Army leaders say farewell to Suffolk
January not only marks the beginning of a new calendar year, but it will also see another change of guard at the Suffolk Corps of The Salvation Army. In a media release, the organization announced Capt. Johnathan and Kelsey Meredith are leaving Suffolk in January. The Merediths said they will move to New York in […] The post Salvation Army leaders say farewell to Suffolk appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
One injured in New Years Day shooting
Suffolk Police are investigating a shooting incident that took place on Monday, Jan. 1, 2024, at approximately 4:26 a.m., according to a press release. The release says the 911 center received a call from an individual located in the 200 block of Pine St. advising that he had been shot at another location. Officers responding […] The post One injured in New Years Day shooting appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Man injured in early New Year’s Eve shooting
According to a press release from the Suffolk Police Department, on Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, at approximately 2:40 a.m., the 911 center received a call regarding shots fired in the 2000 block of Freeney Ave. The release said, officers arrived on the scene and determined that a vehicle occupied by an adult female was struck […] The post Man injured in early New Year’s Eve shooting appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Officer involved shooting involving a juvenile under investigation
According to a release from SPD, at approximately 11:44 a.m. on Dec. 30, the 911 center received a report of a disturbance involving an individual with a weapon in the 6200 block of Oakglen Dr. According to the Suffolk Police, officers responded to the scene and encountered a juvenile female wielding weapons upon arrival. Despite […] The post Officer involved shooting involving a juvenile under investigation appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Leaders meet for Great Dismal Swamp Biannual Meeting
The Great Dismal Swamp Stakeholder Collaborative and Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge brought together leaders and supporters for the GDSSC Biannual Meeting held on Thursday, Dec. 7, at the Suffolk Cultural Arts Center. Aiming to strengthen relationships between “cultural, tribal, environmental, and governmental organizations,” the meeting was held to advance inclusive activities beneficial for […] The post Leaders meet for Great Dismal Swamp Biannual Meeting appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
New Life Transformation reaches out to Suffolk community
During the Thanksgiving holidays, the New Life Transformation Outreach Program helped to make a difference for those less fortunate. As part of the Eaton’s Temple Holiness Church located at 185 S. Main St, New Life Transformation Outreach Program Director Donald Riddick, Veretta Riddick, Frank Aliff, Carol Aliff, Cynthia Pope and Kaye Williams reached out to […] The post New Life Transformation reaches out to Suffolk community appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Women’s Impact Fund ends year with grant presentations
Suffolk continued to see the spirit of giving with the Suffolk Foundation Women’s Impact Fund. Led by a group of philanthropic-minded women, the organization wrapped up the year by continuing its philanthropic efforts with its annual Grant Awards Presentation held on Saturday, Dec. 9. Hosted by Suffolk Foundation Women’s Impact Fund Chair Dr. Sharon Raghubar, […] The post Women’s Impact Fund ends year with grant presentations appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Planning Commission hears solar facility request
Suffolk Planning Commission denied a Conditional Use Permit(CUP) request for a new solar energy facility. After the motion for a recommendation of approval failed in a 3 to 4 vote, the motion for a recommendation for denial of the CUP was approved in a 4 to 3, with Commissioners Edwards, Gerald Goodman, Anita Hicks, and […] The post Planning Commission hears solar facility request appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Council appropriates funds for Fire Station 11 Project
Funding from the Route 17 Special Taxing District Committed Fund Balance has been approved for appropriation toward the College Drive Fire Station project. During their Consent Agenda hearing at the Wednesday, Dec. 6 council meeting, Suffolk City Council voted to approve the transfer of $2.6 million from the balance toward the Capital Projects Fund to […] The post Council appropriates funds for Fire Station 11 Project appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Police investigate shooting
On Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at approximately 1:00 p.m., the Suffolk Emergency Communications Center received a call regarding a shooting incident in the 2200 block of East Washington Street. Suffolk Police arrived at the scene and discovered several spent shell casings. Prior to their arrival, an adult female was self-transported to a nearby hospital with […] The post Police investigate shooting appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Council greenlights $215,000 for traffic and safety upgrades
During its Wednesday meeting, Suffolk City Council approved $215,000 in funding for pedestrian and traffic safety improvements at King’s Fork Middle and High Schools. The projects will be funded through the Automated Traffic Enforcement Program funds. During the council meeting at City Hall Chambers on Wednesday, Dec. 20, council members approved a consent agenda to […] The post Council greenlights $215,000 for traffic and safety upgrades appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
City Council, School Board meet to strategize for the future
City and Suffolk Public School leaders gathered together to plan for the future, with a tense wrap-up. The Suffolk School Board and the Suffolk City Council, along with SPS Superintendent Dr. John B. Gordon III and Suffolk City Manager Albert S. Moor II, held a special joint work session on Wednesday, Dec. 6, to discuss […] The post City Council, School Board meet to strategize for the future appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
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